GRE Word List

ENDEMIC

belonging or native to a particular people or country

The meaning of the word endemic is belonging or native to a particular people or country.

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apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
foppishfoolish
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
rancorbitter deep-seated ill will
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
scurvya disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane